Tsum Valley Trek; Sacred Hidden Himalayan

The Tsum Valley Trek with Incredible Himalayan Sherpa Adventures allows you to explore a newly opened trail in the northern Gorkha district. The valley is surrounded by Baudha Himal and Himal Chuli to the West, Ganesha Himal to the South and Sringi Himal to the North. Thanks to these nearby impressive mountain ranges, the villages in the valley were able to preserve their traditions and minimize external influence on their culture. This makes it a great destination for trekkers looking for authentic cultural experiences.

The famous Kyimo Lung, a pilgrim's circuit in the central Trans-Himalaya is well known for its centers of learning and meditation. The region derives its importance within the Buddhist community from the believe that the saint Milarepa has meditated in the caves of the surrounding mountains. Well sheltered from other areas, the region has an interesting history distinct from other parts of Nepal and the ancient remains of the Tsum Kingdom are still visible today. Apart from the cultural aspects, the valley is also rich in wildlife, especially the Himalayan Thar and Blue Sheep which congregate in herds of 50 to 200.

The Tsum Valley Trekking is of particular interest for those who want to venture off the main tourist routes. At Incredible Himalayan Sherpa Adventures, we’d love to introduce you to this remarkable region and create your unique adventure. We organize the logistics of the trip, as well as the required special permit. You can relax and simply enjoy the trek.

Highlights:

Sacred Hidden Himalayan (Happiest valley)

Religion Tolerance (Unity within different clans of Tibetan Buddhism)

Nonviolence to animals (Animals killing for the sake of meat is strictly banned since 96 ago)

Trip Facts

Duration: 17 days

Altitude: 4000m

Difficulty: Medium to hard

Accommodation: Teahouse

Season: Spring/Fall/Winter

Equipment: Basic trekking gear

Itinerary

Day 01;

Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m/4429 ft.)

Day 02;

Around KTM tour & trek prepartion

Day 03;

KTM to Soti Khola(700m/2296.59 ft.), 7-8hr drive

Day 04;

Soti Khola to Machha Khola(870m/2854.33 ft.), 6-8hr walk

Day 05;

Machha Khola to Jagat(1410m/4625.984 ft.),6-8hr walk

Day 06;

Jagat to Lokpa(2240m/7349.081 ft.), 6-7hr walk

Day 07;

Lokpa to Chumling(2385m/7824.803 ft.), 4-5hr walk

Day 08;

Chumling to Chhokang Paro(3030m/9940.945 ft.),5-6hr walk

Day 09;

Chhokang to Nile(3360m/11023.62 ft.),3-4hr walk

Day 10;

Nile to Mu Gompa(3700m/12139.11 ft.),3-4hr walk

Day 11;

Mu Gompa to Rachen Gompa(3240m/10629.92 ft.), 3-4hr walk

Day 12;

Rachen Gompa to Chumling(2385m/7824.803 ft.), 6-7hr walk

Day 13;

Chumling to Philim(1570m/5150.919 ft.),7-8hr walk

Day 14;

Side trip to Lungdang & Genesh Himal Base

Day 15;

Philim to Machha Khola(870m/2854.33 ft.), 7-8hr walk

Day 16;

Machha Khola to Kathmandu (1350m/4429 ft.), 3-4hr walk+6-7hr drive

Day 17;

Final departure

Trek Duration:

Standard itinerary – 17 days. Can be shortened or extended depending on time and fitness

Included Services

+ All airport transfers. We’ll pick you up personally

+ Accommodation in a quality 3* hotel with breakfast in KTM [upgrade possible]

+ Half day sightseeing in KTM by private vehicle & professional English speaking guide

- Unforeseen expenses not under our control such as flight cancellations or delays, weather related issues, illness during the trek, rescue costs etc.

- Any other costs not specifically included. Please feel free to ask if in doubt.

Equipment

Trekking Equipment

Have a kindly bring following stated equipment for the camping/tented trek. The equipment you can buy in Kathmandu with different quality in good price.

Luggage:

01 large duffel bag: The Luggage is for to carry all your personal gear on the trekking. Should be strong and durable. The best size would be around 30" x 14", with a full-length zipper and handles.

1 rucksack or day pack: The bag is for to accommodate a sweater, rain gear, water bottle, camera and accessories and any miscellaneous items you need to have during the day. We recommend a pack with at least 1450cu. In capacity, or smaller if you are not carrying a large amount of camera equipment.

Head and Face Gear:

1. Sunhat

2. A Bandana

3. Sunglasses

4. Warm hat

5. Sunscreen with a very high SPF factor

6. Lip balm with a high SPF factor

7. An emergency light

Hands:

1. Lightweight gloves

Inner Clothing:

1. T-shirts

2. Thermal underwear- Top and bottom. Synthetic is best

3. Underwear

4. 2 shorts

5. 2 Trousers- (comfortable) One thin, one thick and warm

Outer Clothing:

1. down Jacket

2. Fleece Jacket (or a windproof jacket)

3. Waterproof jacket with a hood (or a poncho)

4. Waterproof pants

5. Baggy pants

6. 2 pairs of gloves/mittens (1 thin and 1 thick)

7. 1 sweater to be worn under the fleece jacket

Footwear:

1. Light weight walking boots- (leather is recommended)

2. Spare laces

3. 2 pairs of thick woolen socks.

4. 2 pairs of thin socks to be worn under the woolen socks

5. One pair of sandals or comfortable shoes for camp

Drinking Equipment:

1. Water Bottle

Purification equipment-Boiled drinking water will be provided but further purification with iodine or purification tablets is highly recommended.